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Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Programs: Hydropower and Marine Energy Topic (DOE EERE) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE).
This SBIR/STTR topic seeks marine energy technologies, including tidal, current, and wave energy systems, as well as ocean thermal energy conversion, suitable for microgrids and remote, islanded, and isolated communities. It also seeks applications that can demonstrate the feasibility of co-locating offshore wind and wave energy, reducing costs through shared ocean space and leveraging existing infrastructure.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: U.S. small businesses. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows varies by phase (e.g., Phase II awards typically range from $975,000 to $1,150,000). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Programs: Hydropower and Marine Energy Topic (DOE EERE) is funded by U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Yes — this listing is flagged as national in scope, so applicants across the U.S. may apply, subject to the sponsor's other eligibility criteria.
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The solicitation lists 5 required documents: Letter of Intent (LOI), Budget justification, Data management plan, Foreign relationships disclosure, and Indirect rate documentation. Check the official notice for formatting and page-limit rules.
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